Description
You’re going to love this one—imagine the burst of flavors, the vibrant textures, and that secret twist that makes this recipe absolutely irresistible; trust me, you need to try this ASAP! This easy cherry syrup is quick, versatile, and oh-so-delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherries (fresh, frozen, or tart)
- ½ cup brown sugar (or granulated sugar)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup water
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine cherries, ½ cup water, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water to form a smooth slurry.
- Stir the slurry into the boiling cherry mixture. Reduce heat and simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Gently mash the cherries with a fork or the back of a spoon as they soften.
- Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and vanilla extract.
- Let cool slightly, then pour into a jar. Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Notes
For a smoother texture, blend before storing. Adjust sweetness or tartness to your taste. Perfect over pancakes, cheesecake, or even baked brie!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 178
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg